Legislation aimed at protecting children from internet crimes and human trafficking, along with safeguarding consumers’ genetic privacy, will be among two bills Attorney General Marty Jackley introduces during the 2026 legislative session.

I’m pretty stoked for 2026. This year brings the 250th birthday of the United States of America, the freest nation in history – and South Dakota remains the freest state in that nation.

The work of cons tructing the trading poston the James Riverwas completed in June of 1858. At the time, Van Meter, a French-Canadian, was engaged in carrying the United States mail and express from Sioux City to Fort Randall. He made the round trip once a week by using two horses in the journey, one of which he rode and the other was the pack animal.

Tripp County State’s Attorney Zachary Pahlke and South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announce an ongoing investigation into an email scam that led to the fraudulent transfer of $826,357 from the Tripp County government.

Court records Dennis Prokopec, 47, Gregory, SD, enter or surreptitiously remain in building, disposition: stipulate to facts-found guilty, fine $353.50, court costs $100.00, surcharges $46.50, jail 30 days, suspended 29 days, credit 1 day; conditions: pay to the clerk of courts all ordered fines and costs today; obey all federal, state and local laws and municipal ordinances for 180 days; have no contact with A. and M.

The South Dakota Secretary of State’s Office has released the 2025 3rd Quarter Economic Report, outlining continued economic strength across the state while identifying emerging challenges related to workforce availability and housing demand.